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Swedish Olympic champion gives medal to man held in China

A Swedish speedskater who won double Olympic gold earlier this month in Beijing, has given one of his medals to a Swedish publisher detained in China

The Independent UK

Ukraine invasion: why China is more likely to support Russia than in the past

China’s general approach to Russian actions in its neighbouring regions has been to minimise its involvement. After Russia invaded Georgia in 2008, Beijing refused to recognise declarations of independence by the de facto states of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, for instance.

The Conversation

China ponders how Russia’s actions in Ukraine could reshape world order

Beijing is walking a diplomatic tightrope but crisis also offers the opportunity to express grievances against its adversaries

The Guardian - UK

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China Refrains from Condemning Russia Despite Intensifying Ukraine Attack

China stuck to its message on Friday of refusing to call Russia's action in Ukraine an "invasion" or criticize Moscow despite intensifying assaults from Russia's military in the Eastern European country which are leading to growing casualties. China reiterated that it believes in respecting the territorial integrity of all countries,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Ukraine-Russia crisis: Asian economies brace for inflation hit

Conflict in Ukraine and sanctions against Russia are expected to drive energy prices higher across Asia.

Al Jazeera

Ukraine-Russia crisis: Will China be Putin’s economic lifeline?

Beijing has emerged as a key player with the potential to undermine the international pressure campaign against Moscow.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan dismisses concern Ukraine crisis could spill over to Asia

TAIPEI: Taiwan's president played down concerns that Russia's invasion of Ukraine could trigger a similar crisis in Asia, warning against any efforts to use the crisis in Europe to sow panic in Taiwan.

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Australia Slams China 'Lifeline' to Russia

Australia on Friday pilloried China's failure to denounce the Russian invasion of Ukraine, as well as Beijing's "unacceptable" decision to ease restrictions on a key Russian export in the face of Western sanctions. Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the world must unite to condemn Russia, voicing particular concern "at the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Scott Morrison denounces China for offering Russia trade ‘lifeline’

Australian government working with Nato to send nonlethal military equipment and medical supplies to Ukraine and will continue ‘rolling wave of sanctions’

The Guardian - AU

China accused of undermining sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine

The Prime Minister slams China for liberalising trade with Russia, accusing Beijing of undermining Western sanctions put in place over its invasion of Ukraine.

ABC News

Beijing may be tempted to side with Putin in the Ukraine conflict. But at what cost?

TAIPEI — As Russia pushes into Ukraine and President Biden marshals the global response, the elephant standing in the shadows is China.

Los Angeles Times

Ukraine invasion: should Russia lose its seat on the UN Security Council?

It’s ironic that Russia holds the presidency of the Security Council, the UN’s body delegated to make peace, just as Russia is perceived by many to be the greatest threat to that peace. Ukraine’s ambassador, Sergiy Kyslytsya, has even suggested that Russia should be removed from the Security Council. But…

The Conversation

Winter Olympic ski jumper shares topless Playboy snap as she "moves on" from Beijing Games

As well as being an Olympic skier, Germany’s Julian Seyfarth has also featured as a playboy model and shared a racy snap on her Instagram account after her exploits in Beijing

Daily Mirror

China refuses to accept Russia has ‘invaded’ Ukraine and blames US for ‘fanning the flames’ of war

Beijing’s remarks on military actions in Ukraine are in step with ally Russia

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The Hindu

U.S. group hacked top research institutes in India, Russia and China, says Beijing cyber firm

Among the reportedly compromised websites were India’s Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTech), the Indian Academy of Sciences in Bengaluru, and the Banaras Hindu University

Al Jazeera

After ‘bridge to Europe’ bid, Ukraine’s China ties face test

Beijing’s reluctance to condemn invasion of Ukraine complicates burgeoning partnership with Eastern European country.

Reuters

China steps in to steer Hong Kong's COVID crisis as risks loom

As COVID-19 rages across Hong Kong at the start of a sensitive political year for China and President Xi Jinping, Beijing is determined not to be embarrassed and undermined as it was by the often-violent protests that rocked the city in 2019.

The Guardian - AU

‘Actively develop friendship’: China’s new ambassador to Australia strikes softer tone

‘China is willing to work with Australia to meet each other halfway’ says Xiao Qian after years of growing tensions

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Financial Times

China ready to soften economic blow to Russia from Ukraine sanctions

Beijing banks’ financial support for Moscow could be influential in shaping direction of conflict

ABC News

China's new ambassador says Beijing willing to go 'halfway' to repair diplomatic relations with Australia

China's new ambassador says his appointment is a "symbol" from Beijing that it wants to reopen communication channels with Australia, after a long freeze.

Los Angeles Times

Despite historic ratings low for the 2022 Winter Games, NBCUniversal remains bullish on Olympics

NEW YORK — Faced with the lingering effects of a global pandemic, empty stands and a politically fraught situation in Beijing, NBC Sports was prepared for the worst with the Winter Olympics, and from a TV ratings standpoint that’s what it got.

The Independent UK

US drops name of Trump's 'China Initiative' after criticism

The Justice Department is scrapping the name of a Trump-era initiative intended to crack down on economic espionage by Beijing but criticized as unfairly targeting Chinese professors at American colleges because of their ethnicity

Daily Mirror

Lewis Hamilton sends appreciation after speed skater’s tribute to F1 star at Winter Olympics

Canadian Olympic legend Charles Hamelin paid tribute to Lewis Hamilton with a specially-designed helmet at the Beijing 2022 Winter Games

ABC News

Chinese police begin work in Solomon Islands to maintain law and order, as Australian officials watch closely

A team of Chinese police officers begins work in Solomon Islands — a month after it accepted Beijing’s offer of help to restore law and order following riots — as Australian officials watch on closely.

Benzinga

Here's How Big Of A Recovery Investors Expect From Alibaba's Stock By Friday

Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE: BABA) have shed almost 9% since Thursday last week, amid wide speculations of the company facing further regulatory pressures, with Beijing preparing for another round of crackdowns.

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